My First Post-Op Visit

My first post-op appointment was today at 2:30 PM. Mark and I left our apartment a little later than we planned. So when I checked it, it was exactly my appointment time. While waiting, I was able to chat with this older lady, Teresa, (whom I saw using a roll-about machine last Thursday when I was at the hospital for my initial consultation). She strongly recommended the machine because she said she was very mobile and the machine was easy to use.

Soon my name was called. Like last time, Liz opened then door for us and led us to the exam room. We only have to wait for a little before Dr. Charlton arrived. He brought another female doctor, Amie, with him. He was explaining to her the techniques he used and the reasons behind them.

When Tony cut open my splint, we were able to see the incision and the stitches. It was two inches in size at best. There was no swelling or any sign of infection/skin problem, which to me was great news. Another great news, to me, was that I learned the name of the hot doctor - Timothy Jackson. He was there too, although he just came in and took a brief look at my wound.

All in all, Dr. Charlton wants to see me in a week to remove my sutures. And it is then that I will start wearing a cast for two weeks. Gosh, I am not looking forward to these two weeks at all!! Finally, I think I will rent that roll-about machine for maximum mobility during the time my family is visiting...